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Every year, millions of foreigners flock to Canada as tourists and long-term, temporary residents. In 2011, Toronto alone welcomed 10 million visitors. This is unsurprising since there are plenty of cultural, historical, and tourist attractions to be seen in the country. Most foreign tourists arrive in Canada on a Tourist Visa, which permits stays of up to a maximum of six months. However, since 2011, parents and grandparents have been able to visit Canada on a Super Visa which allows for much longer stays than normal visas. Given the requirements involved in qualifying for a this type of travel visa – the most difficult being the Super Visa insurance – parents and grandparents may as well take advantage of their longer stay to see more of Canada.

As is the case when visiting any country, foreigners will always fare better if they behave in a respectful manner at all times. That being said, there are certain do’s and don’t to follow when visiting Canada.

Be Curious, Not Rude

It is only natural that you will find some things odd that are considered normal in Canada. Public gathering places, expressions, food, habits and customs will be different from yours. However, that does not give you the right to complain or make derogatory comments about the things that are different from what you are used to. For instance, Canadian bills are known for being very colorful. Yes, Canada’s currency may look like play money to some, but you should still refrain from making comments about it. It is still the national currency and you will of course need to use it while you’re here. Besides, Canada’s currency reflects important events, people and symbols of the country’s history. Making fun of all these would be extremely rude.

It is fine to express fascination and curiosity about something you find strange and new. Canadians will not take offense to honest questions. In fact, many may even be willing to show or tell you more about their culture.

Be Willing to Explore the Outdoors

Canadians are very proud of their country’s natural scenery. Despite being a wealthy, developed country with plenty of urban cities, Canada has managed to maintain the beauty, cleanliness, and natural state of places untouched by pollution and urbanization. As a tourist, you should explore these places and see them for yourself. Go for a hike or a road trip. It will also will give you the opportunity to bond with the locals and learn more about their ways of living. Plus, just think how beautiful your photos and videos can be when you visit these places.

Explore Other Cities and Towns

Don’t just limit yourself to touring around the major cities. While the central business district in Toronto may be impressive, the beaches in Ontario, British Colombia, Quebec and Prince Edward Island are also worth a visit. If you’re not a fan of the beach, you may want to visit the museums in Ottawa to soak up some Canadian Culture. You can also tour wineries in the Okanagan valley, spend the night in Churchill, Manitoba and enjoy aurora borealis from November to March, or trek through national parks in the Rockies. If you’re planning to do some serious trekking, make sure you learn about the local terrain and wildlife beforehand so that you’re well prepared.

Traveling in a group is not just the hallmark of those fun-filled college days but could be undertaken any time during one’s lifetime in order to enjoy all the little pleasures of life. When it is the journey which takes precedence over the destination, the best option would be coach hire so that everyone would be able to travel together and share the many trivial incidents along the way all of which would later form the treasure trove of memories.

While traveling alone is not an issue, traveling as a part of a group makes it imperative to seriously consider coach hire. This should be preceded by some research as regards the size of the coach, amenities offered, number of days and the approximate budget. The size of the coach is determined by the number of people in the group and in this case a recommendation would be to always opt for a few extra seats. However, since group travel is characterized by singing and merry making along the way the coach hire decision needs to be taken with care.

On establishing contact with a coach hire agency, a few clarifications would need to be put to rest prior to working out a deal. One of the first queries would pertain to whether or not a driver would be required and this could prove to be advantageous for the group on both fronts. Hiring a driver would mean enjoyment for the group as a whole while on the road and not hiring would translate to members of the group taking turns at driving which can be a fun experience as well.

Coach rental without a driver is financially beneficial to the group as it not only saves the hiring charges but also the toll expenses. It would work out in terms of fuel as well since the itinerary and the route depends on the members of the group and the most economical route could be taken.

As far as the distance is concerned, coach hire is either based on the total distance to be traveled or is a package deal. While on the former, the rates are charged as per the total number of miles covered the latter entails a fixed amount to be paid irrespective of factors like distance covered, places seen and number of stoppages. In either case, coach rental affords plenty of opportunity to the members of the group to interact amongst themselves which is the main objective of the trip.

Coach hire services offer different types of coaches to interested parties and the list generally begins with basic coaches and continues onwards to include luxury coaches, caravans, palace on wheels and customized coaches as well. In such a situation, one could find in-depth information from the internet pertaining to the amenities offered for coach hire and follow it up with an educated choice.

There are a number of discounts which could be availed while opting for coach hire and these could take the shape of loyalty rebate, recommendations or cut backs offered through coupons. So what is stopping you from coach hire? Just go for it and enjoy full fledged with a group of your choice.

If you happen to be bride in 2013, first accept my congratulation. You must be very exciting: there is a lot to plan, organize and manage for your wedding. And even after marriage, you must be waiting for that special celebration that every person waits for long: your honeymoon. We often see that many people plan their honeymoon in last minute. And a lot miss out, because last minute planning can never be perfect. They have to compromise either with budget or with amenities or destination choice. So you better plan your honeymoon in advance to enjoy your trip to the fullest!

When it comes to contrive your honeymoon, the foremost consideration is the destination choice. And the decision depends upon the preference of you both and the time and budget you have. Weather is another factor that affects your decision. For instance, a hillside vacation is ideal in summer, while a beach-resort or a tropical island can be the perfect choice for those celebrating their honeymoon during winter. If you’ve a short span of time at hand, you better book flights to a nearby destination.

The second important thing that you need to take care of is the availability travel documents. If you plan an overseas trip, you’ll need a valid visa and passport. So make sure you arrange them well in advance. An authorized ID card, your flight tickets and hotel booking documents are other essentials.

Book your travel facilities well in advance! March-June will be the peak tourist season at Himalayan hill stations. October-March is when almost all Goa flights go packed of tourists, while Kerala remains hot favourite round the year. During peak tourist time, it often becomes tricky to get your suitable travel deals. So it is advisable to book them beforehand. Start searching at least three months before your travel deals and book as soon as you find the one matching your criteria perfectly. Advance booking not only avoids hassles of last minute but it also gives you an affordable deal.

Once you have got your tickets and hotel-reservation slip, it is time to do some homework on the destination. Know about the major tourist attractions, safety status, weather and other important issues attached with the destination. You must know what has happened there in last one year or so. Information about the famous locations for shopping, dining and other funs should be gathered in advance. Search online to know what to pack for your trip.

Alternatively, or perhaps most importantly, availing professional assistance from a reliable company will come in very handy in this matter. Searching online, you will come across a number of tour packages for almost all famous honeymoon destinations. You just need to book the one that suits you the best, and the rest would be taken care of by the company.